The Orlando Pride acquired Sydney Leroux on Feb. 2, 2018 from the Utah Royals for a first-round 2019 NWSL Draft pick. After a solid 2018 season, Leroux missed almost all of 2019 while pregnant and her 2020 full return was wiped out by the global pandemic.
The 2021 season was the first time Pride fans saw Leroux at full strength since 2018 and she didn’t disappoint. The forward was a key part of the attack, leading the team in goals.
Let’s take a closer look at Leroux’s 2021 NWSL campaign.
Statistical Breakdown
Leroux was always going to be a starter from day one after returning back to full strength in 2020.